A BLUE AND WHITE POLYCHROME-ENAMELED 'FLOWER BASKET' DISH WANLI MARK AND PERIOD |

the shallow rounded sides resting on a straight foot and rising to an everted rim, the center enclosing a basket of lush peonies and prunus branches, accents of iron red and enamel at the base and handle, the cavetto painted with free-floating branches, leaves, and auspicious objects including fans and pairs of dharma wheels, the exterior with sprays of peonies and chrysanthemums and two small butterflies, the recessed base with a six-character mark in underglaze blue within a double circle

A section at the rim measuring apprx. 12.5 cm with overspray and some small areas of overpainting, likely to conceal a vertical crack measuring apprx. 3.5 cm. A shallow flake chip to the inner footring and frits to the rim. Overall with minor wear to the glaze and enamels, and scattered firing imperfections. The rim is warped.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
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